The last Household Hazardous Waste Day of the year for towns that will accept HHW from Darien residents is three weeks away — on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in New Canaan, at that town’s Wastewater Plant, 394 Main Street.
— an announcement from the New Canaan Public Works Department (with additional information from Darien, as noted)
Please have drivers license or registration readily available No commercial (business) loads accepted.
What is household hazardous waste?
Household hazardous waste can be any improperly discarded product that can be classified as toxic (poisonous), corrosive, flammable or reactive (explosive).
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Examples of household hazardous waste (photo from the Darien Recycling Center on Facebook)
Such products can be found in most homes, garages or workshops and when improperly disposed of can poison people and animals and pollute the home and natural environments.
Reading label precautions can identify many of these products. Look for the words: Poison, Corrosive, Toxic, Volatile, Flammable, Caution, Danger, or Warning.
(If this description still leaves you with questions, Darien’s long list of hazardous waste items may be helpful. You also can call the New Canaan Department of Public Works, which organizes the HHW day, at 203-594-3054.
How do I transport these materials safely?
• Bring materials in original containers securely closed
• Pack containers in sturdy, upright boxes and pad with newspaper if necessary
• Never mix chemicals together
• Never smoke or eat while handling hazardous materials
• Leaking or broken containers must be contained
• Do not leave vehicle unless instructed to do so!!